Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries worldwide. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work, and unparalleled growth opportunities in the quantum frontier.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world optimization problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims using superconducting qubits
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computation
- Collaborate with hardware teams to translate theoretical models into practical systems
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and drive innovation in quantum machine learning
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum simulation frameworks
- Proficiency in Python, Qiskit, and Cirq quantum programming tools
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional R&D teams